Indirect Tax Accountant North America

• 3 + years of accounting or Indirect Tax experience
• Ability to use the Microsoft Suite Programs including an advanced knowledge of Excel
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles)
• US use tax accrual experience will be a plus
• Understanding of indirect tax research
• CMI/CTA or similar tax certification (or working towards)

• Prepare and report monthly indirect tax filings, including but not limited to Sales/Use Tax, Value Added Tax (VAT), Gross Receipts Tax and Business & Occupation Tax, as per Compliance calendar and Tax Authorities regulations
• Research tax clearance and tax refund requests
• Prepare journal entries and related schedules for indirect tax specific general ledger accounts
• Participate in the Indirect Tax Compliance close process and meet stringent deadlines
• Assume an active role in researching issues, coordinating and communicating with cross-functional teams, and presenting recommendations to management
• Proactive identification of process improvement opportunities
• Solve problems while handling multiple assignments
• Maintain Tax Calendar ensuring all tax due dates are met and updating metrics upon request

Attributes
• An ability to work with minimal supervision and across multiple regions and countries
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate to all levels of the organization
• Motivated, detail-oriented, and flexible. Must be able to work independently and exercise good judgment
• Ability to adapt to multiple/changing priorities in a high volume environment
• Initiative to improve efficiency; results driven
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent English (written & spoken)
Systems
• Oracle R12 System experience
• Microsoft Office
• VITR
• OneSource
• TTR
• Vertex
• RIA Checkpoint
Preferred Qualifications
• Degree holder or above in Business, Accounting, or Tax